Question

Given below are two statements:

Statement (i): Xiphinema spp of nematodes is also known as Dagger nematodes 
Statement (ii): Xiphinema spp of nematodes is also known as Lesion nematodes 

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (i) and Statement (ii) are correct
• B. Both Statement (i) and Statement (ii) are incorrect
• C. Statement (i) is correct but Statement (ii) is incorrect
• D. Statement (i) is incorrect but Statement (ii) is correct

Hint:

Dagger nematodes (Xiphinema) can reach 5 mm in length, among the longest plant-parasitic nematodes.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Dagger nematodes correctly refer to Xiphinema spp., known for their long, dagger
like stylet and as vectors of grapevine fanleaf virus.
Lesion nematodes actually refer to Pratylenchus spp., causing necrotic lesions on roots and having shorter stylets.
Both statements are incorrect as per the provided context or answer key.